The Senegal Football Federation has dismissed head coach Pape Thiaw following the country’s underwhelming performance at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

By Ayo Onikoyi Ace comedian and compere, Bovi has described as “Psycho” anyone who believes that Portugal superstar Ronaldo is better than Argentine legend Leo Messi, admonishing that one should not go into business with them. Speaking during a live session on his Instagram page, the ace comedian said a person’s opinion on the Ronaldo-Messi […]

The race for the top scorer award at the 2026 FIFA World Cup has intensified following the completion of the quarter-finals, with Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe leading the scoring charts.

The semi-final fixtures for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have been confirmed following the conclusion of the quarter-final matches

—- Demands restructuring, player retention By Dayo Johnson Akure The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria, SWAN, Ondo State chapter, has expressed concern over the repeated relegation of Sunshine Queens Football Club to the Nigeria Women Football League Championship for the third year running. In a communiqué issued at the end of its congress in Akure, […]

By Femi Salako  For millions of Nigerians living abroad, obtaining or renewing a Nigerian passport was once synonymous with lengthy delays, bureaucratic bottlenecks and uncertainty. Today, that narrative is changing, reflecting one of the most visible examples of public sector reform under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. At the centre of this transformation is […]

By Ayo OnikoyiNollywood actress and filmmaker Iyabo Ojo has opened up about marriage, divorce, motherhood and societal judgement, stating that no woman enters marriage with the intention of walking away. The actress made the revelation while appearing as a guest on The Morayo Show, where she reflected on her personal experiences and the decisions she […]

Argentina set up a World Cup semi-final against England as Julian Alvarez and Lautaro Martinez scored in extra time to propel the reigning champions to a 3-1 win over Switzerland on Saturday.

…insists security is not politics The National Director General of APC Volunteer, Sir Victor Walsh Oluwafemi, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, for reaffirming Vice President Kashim Shettima, as his running mate for the 2027 Presidential Election, describing the decision as a demonstration of confidence, continuity, and strategic leadership. This was contained in a statement […]

It would shock many football lovers worldwide that even though modern football was said to be invented in England in 1863, the country’s representative was not among those from the seven countries that came together on May 21, 1904 in Paris, France to found a body that would organise football competition among countries of the […]

By Daniel Tobechukwu Okebu “The best aviation safety systems are not the ones that speak loudest after tragedy; they are the ones that detect weak signals before families have to mourn.” Recent aviation accidents and serious incidents around the world should remind every nation of one hard truth: safety in aviation is never permanent by […]

By Erefoluwa Keka The recent rescue of the abducted pupils and teachers in Oyo State brought relief to their families and the nation. Yet, the incident also serves as a reminder that protecting our communities cannot depend on security agencies alone. It underscores why the principles of community policing must move from policy documents to […]

Erling Haaland said Norway’s World Cup performances had inspired a new generation despite the disappointment of a 2-1 quarter-final defeat to England after extra-time on Saturday.

Abuja has a way of transforming seemingly routine political exchanges into conversations that echo far beyond the Federal Capital Territory.

By Allison Abanum The leadership path of Senator Joseph Igiagbe Ikpea, the lawmaker representing the Edo Central Senatorial District in the 10th National Assembly, can be beautifully captured by a profound adage native to the Esan dialect.  The proverb tells of a resourceful individual who once used nothing more than a single feather from an eagle […]